Rehberg Against Energy Tax

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By Stephanie Domurat

Story Published: Jul 3, 2009 at 6:55 PM MST

Story Updated: Jul 3, 2009 at 9:54 PM MST

BILLINGS - Congressman Denny Rehberg wrapped up his series of eight town hall meetings across Southeastern Montana this week, discussing the ramifications of the "Cap and Trade Bill."

Congressman Rehberg says he and his constituents are concerned with the future of Montana and its energy independence. He says a major climate change bill passed last week in the House, increasing taxes and putting an undue burden on Montana residents and businesses.

"Not only will all Montanans pay a higher tax as a results of this legislation but it will also cost a lot of the jobs in Montana. For example, Colstrip, all the coal mines, oil and gas, all of these things rely on business from traditional fossil fuels. We just think it's foolish to pass this type of legislation," says Congressman Denny Rehberg.

Rehberg says a better step to American Energy Independence would be to establish off-shore drilling on the West and East Coast. Supporters of the Cap and Trade Bill say it will limit U.S. greenhouse gases linked to global warming. The bill now awaits a vote from the Senate.

Saturday, Jul 4 at 3:05 PM Dan wrote ...

This will be the biggest tax hike in American history. People better pay attention to this! They snuck it through the house with little coverage. Australia stated " The US globel warming scare, is becoming a Religious Cult platform". Even the UK will not teach it in their schools. This is obama's payback to the environmentalist's helping him get into office. I hope the left wing nuts don't mind paying 5 times more for their utilities. Business's will rush to get out of here. This bill is SCARY!!

Saturday, Jul 4 at 1:40 PM Steve wrote ...

Thank God at least one the 3 representatives have common sense. These Al Gore puppets have gotten WAAAAY out of control!!! Why won't Gore debate anyone on this nonsense? Why does the media protect him so much! Because the liberals are taking over! The silent MAJORITY better wake up and speak up! 31,000 scientist can't be all wrong! Contact Maxie boy and tell him NOT to vote for this corruption.

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